Nicole Stempak
Nicole was Senior Editor at I Advance Senior Care and Long Term Living Magazine 2015-2017. She has a Journalism degree from Kent State University and is finalizing a master’s degree in Information Architecture and Management. She has extensive studies in the digital user experience and in branding online media. She has worked as an editor and writer for various B2B publications, including Business Finance.
Psychologists charged in $25 million Medicare fraud scheme
Two psychologists have been charged with billing Medicare for unnecessary, or never performed, psychological tests and services to nursing home residents. Read More » One-on-one with… Peter Schuna
Long-term care has to turn its attention to a different age group: millennials. How can an older industry attract a younger workforce? Peter Schuna, NHA, shares his personal experience and offers expert insight for developing a new generation leaders. Read More » National hospice provider found guilty of filing false claims
The Department of Justice is expected to seek more than $202 million in Medicare reimbursement, fines and other penalties in the largest-ever whistleblower lawsuit involving a hospice care provider. The second phase of the trial against AsercaCare is scheduled to begin next week. Read More » Study recommends combining physical therapy exercise treatments to improve patient outcomes
People with knee osteoarthritis benefit from exercise therapy sessions spread out over the course of a year compared to consecutive sessions, according to new research. Read More » High-dose flu shot reduces hospitalization for nursing home residents
Hospital admission was down 1.2 percent for those who received high-dose flu vaccine compared to those who received standard dose, according to findings from the largest nursing home study of its kind. Read More » Elsevier, NADONA/LTC team up to offer online training class
New online class will train staff and long-term care facilities comply with accreditation and regulatory standards. Read More » Research identifies three distinct subtypes of Alzheimer’s disease
New findings could lead to more highly targeted research and potential new treatments for people with Alzheimer's disease. Read More » Chocolate may be good for brain health
Research suggests the sweet treat helps prevent against accumulation of toxic protein in the brain that can impair cognition. Read More » Recruiting young talent and the tech factor
How can organizations attract, engage and retain the next generation of caregivers? Hint: Technology is your friend, not your enemy in helping caregivers get the job done, says a long-term care COO. Read More » Indiana nursing home fires COO, CFO resigns
Indiana-based American Senior Communities conitinues executive shake up following FBI raid. Read More » West Virginia shows residents it cares
New screening program finds caregiver applicants wanted for out-of-state crimes. WV DHHR says conducting state and federal background checks are important to patient safety. Read More » Man sues nursing home for infection resulting in penile amputation
Man alleges gross negligence against a nursing home for failing to treat a catheter infection that led to gangrene and life-threatening septic shock. Read More » ALFA launches advocacy fund to support state-level issues
ALFA starts a fundraising campaign to support advocacy and engagement at state chapters. Read More » Argentum names new COO, restructures organization
Argentum, formerly known as the Assisted Living Federation of America, creates new executive leadership position and restructures organization to emphasize advocacy, programs and education arms. Read More » Pennsylvania senior care system continues to consolidate
With its latest agreement, Presbyterian SeniorCare targets even more ambitious partnerships to expand long-term care services in Western Pennsylvania. Read More » CCRC can continue collecting fees pending litigation
The legal battle continues in North Carolina over a CCRC's fees, especially when condominiums are sold. The lawsuit claims the CCRC's fees are so excessive they violate state law. Read More » EPA proposes new hazardous waste status for long-term care facilities
The EPA considers changing hazardous waste classification for LTC facility from household to healthcare facility-specific management standards. Read More » CAE Healthcare and MedAffinity team up for EHR training partnership
Healthcare students and professionals will to learn to use EHR system through simulated real-world training. Read More » ALFA changes its name to Argentum
ALFA rebranding as Argentum reflects changes in the senior living industry and a new organizational focus. Read More » Former nursing assistant pleads guilty to resident rape
A male former nursing assistant has pleaded guilty to raping a female resident with severe dementia in 2014. Read More » New geriatric training program for nursing home staff
A first-of-its-kind geriatric education program teaches clinical and non-clinical staff how to improve the care of older adults. Read More » Preventing falls in time for fall
The Merck Manuals professional site highlights content on how to avoid falls among the elderly for Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Read More » CMS proposes individualized care plan for long-term care patients
CMS proposes revising the requirements long-term care facilities must meet to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Read More » New guidelines for fracture prevention in LTC communities
Canadian researchers issue updated recommendations to reduce fractures in frail residents at LTC facilities. Read More » Indiana nursing home CEO fired
American Senior Communities fired CEO James G. Burkhart following an FBI raid of his residence and company headquarters. Federal officials declined to discuss the investigation. Read More » FBI raids Indiana nursing home CEO
Federal authorities investigate the CEO's home for one of Indiana's largest nursing home management companies. Read More » Residents, caregivers celebrate National Assisted Living Week
Activities are underway to recognize comprehensive, person-centered care. Read More » CMS to issue payment reduction for 2014 PQRS reporting
Registrants who did not satisfactorily report quality measures will be subject to a 2 percent reduction in 2016. Read More » MedPAC reviews possible new post-acute pay model
The commission discusses how to balance quality of patient care with new Medicare payment system. Read More » 